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I’m Uncle Marty on The Award Winning 3DRadioActivity number 536, as we observe part of our musical Memorial Day. On this episode, we pay tribute to the memory of the artists who have left us in the past 12 months by playing cuts from their discography.

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This presentation has focused on “Remembering” some of the great musicians who have crossed over and are now playing in a heavenly orchestra and choir. There were too many to squeeze into one show, so we will be back next time with the proverbial more. Tell me what you want to hear, by sending comments or suggestions via our Facebookpage which has links to the archives of all the earlier episodes and graphics in the photo section, or by email . Tell all your circle of best friends and family to look for us on Theacidflashback.com, http://www.villageconnectionmagazine.com/Long Island, New York;Denver’s MileHiRadio, TuneIn and InternetFM dot com, because the best FM radio is now on the Internet.

Your Uncle Marty here, as we take a different view of the global pandemic with chapter 535 of The Award Winning 3D RadioActivity. There are a lot of appropriate tunes to touch, and the times brings out the best in satire, so we present some fun with a bit of both. Now children, staying at home and so on are things we do to stop the spread of Corona. Social life must stay online; Keep 2 metres clear of me, turn it up, stay hydrated, and listen to 3D! 😎

Every time I turn around I see, or hear another infectious tune, so more may be coming our way after our run of them over the past five shows. A big thanks goes out to Radio Dave, Grant, Candi, Debbie, Sheri, Sundae and Tom for the great suggestions!

We have lost numerous artists over the past 12 months, nearly one every week since last Memorial Day, so we will be giving them a fond farewell and sendoff next time. Make sure we play your tribute to them by letting me know. Send a email, or with a message on our Facebookpage which has links to the archives of all the earlier episodes and graphics in the photo section. Look for us on Denver’s MileHiRadio, Theacidflashback.com, http://www.villageconnectionmagazine.com/Long Island, New York,TuneInand InternetFM dot com, because the best FM radio is now on the Internet.

I’m everybody’s Uncle Marty, as The Award Winning 3D RadioActivityhits episode 534, with more of our QUARANTUNES advising all to as they say in London to “Mind The Gap” only in this case it is social distancing, not the underground. That said, the idea is not to halt all the dancing, as this time we are pulling out all the STOPS!

We hope that our musical selections have provided pause to ponder and help us all to STOP getting too close to each other, as next time up we will review more choice QUARANTUNES for and with you. I was happy to get in ones for Ken, Tom, Susan, Candi, & Sundae this week, as they checked in to let me know what was on their mind. Got any suggestions? Then tell me by sending comments or suggestions via our Facebookpage which has links to the archives of all the earlier episodes and graphics in the photo section, or by email . Tell all your circle of best friends and family to look for us on Theacidflashback.com, http://www.villageconnectionmagazine.com/Long Island, New York;Denver’s MileHiRadio, TuneIn and InternetFM dot com, because the best FM radio is now on the Internet.

I’m still your Uncle Marty, this is The Award Winning 3D RadioActivity segment # 529. The Corona Virus that has taken center stage is similar to the 1960 Twilight Zone episode titled “The Monsters are Due on Maple Street,”, or a decade later with Michael Crichton’s The Andromeda Strain. In today’s reality, symptoms can include: Tiredness; Aches; Sniffles; Sore throat and an elevated temperature. Stay tuned as we present musical strains on the latter from our files about FEVER. 😎

This FEVER has been the beginning of our series of QUARANTINED music for for all, whether you are socially distancing, or not. Our next study meeting will be blessed for Easter with a seasonal tradition and more of THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO UNCLE MARTY. Tell me your program ideas and suggestions by sending email, or with a message on our Facebook page which has links to the archives of all the earlier episodes and graphics in the photo section. Shout from the rooftops, or howl it on the corner, by looking for us on Theacidflashback.com, http://www.villageconnectionmagazine.com/Long Island, New York;Denver’s MileHiRadio, TuneIn and InternetFM dot com, because the best FM radio is now on the Internet.

I’m Uncle Marty, this is the 524th gathering of The Award Winning 3D RadioActivityas we’ve got good expectations and are looking forward with a pawsitive outlook as you will hear what we have in store for all of you who have been getting ready and patiently WAITING. We’re also WAITING for you to “Like“The 3D RadioActivity if you haven’t yet! You are not alone! 🎶 😎 🎵

We have been WAITING with you this time, next up we will continue to WAIT before we do some heavy WEIGHT lifting in weeks to come. With over 100 tracks to choose from, we’re sure to have some hefty tuneage for you. If you have any suggestions, then tell me by sending a message on our Facebookpage which has links to the archives of all the earlier episodes and graphics in the photo section, or via email . Tell all your circle of best friends and family to look for us on Theacidflashback.com, http://www.villageconnectionmagazine.com/Long Island, New York;Denver’s MileHiRadio, TuneIn and InternetFM dot com, because the best FM radio is now on the Internet.

They say Where there’s a WILL, there’s a WAY, so that’s what we’re gonna play if the yays are above the nays, okeh? Let me know your ideas by sending a message on our Facebookpage which has links to the archives of all the earlier episodes and graphics in the photo section, or via email . Tell all your circle of best friends and family to look for us on Theacidflashback.com, Long Island, New York’s http://www.villageconnectionmagazine.com/;MileHiRadio in Denver; TuneIn and InternetFM dot com, because the best FM radio is now on the Internet.

There’s a saying that goes “If there’s a WILL, there’s a way” so we’re going to grab that first W and run with it on our next thematic gathering. If you are willing to send any suggestions, we’ll try to squeeze ’em in so email, or with a message on our Facebookpage which has links to the archives of all the earlier episodes and graphics in the photo section. Shout from the rooftops, or howl it on the corner, by looking for us on Theacidflashback.com, http://www.villageconnectionmagazine.com/Long Island, New York;Denver’s MileHiRadio, TuneIn and InternetFM dot com, because the best FM radio is now on the Internet.

I’m Uncle Marty to everyone, as we virtually put pen to paper for the 518th time, paying attention to cross the eyes, dot the tease, while taking musical notes to pay tribute to the importance of the written form of communication with you onThe Award Winning 3D RadioActivity!

It’s wintertime in the northern hemisphere of our planet, which brings a substantial amount of chill, snow and WIND. We’re going to see what blows our way next time from gales to gusts, so let me know your ideas by sending a message on our Facebookpage which has links to the archives of all the earlier episodes and graphics in the photo section, or via email . Tell all your circle of best friends and family to look for us on Theacidflashback.com, http://www.villageconnectionmagazine.com/Long Island, New York;Denver’s MileHiRadio, TuneIn and InternetFM dot com, because the best FM radio is now on the Internet.

I’m your Uncle Marty, on The Award Winning 3D RadioActivity number 517 as we continue the fun celebrating the birthday of a musical icon. RIAA credits Elvis Presley with 146.5 million certified album sales in the U.S., with total sales estimates ranging from 600 million to 1 billion, as we continue or party for him, by playing more cuts about his life from others!

Herman Melville wrote Moby Dick, yet the great white whale didn’t WRITE back. With that in mind, we will put ideas in print in both the present and past tense in our upcoming show, so if you have suggestions, tell me by sending email, or with a message on our Facebook page which has links to the archives of all the earlier episodes and graphics in the photo section. Shout from the rooftops, or howl it on the corner, by looking for us on Theacidflashback.com, http://www.villageconnectionmagazine.com/Long Island, New York;Denver’s MileHiRadio, TuneIn and InternetFM dot com, because the best FM radio is now on the Internet.

Before The Beatles…there was The Kingston Trio! The Trio of Dave Guard, Nick Reynolds and Bob Shane were the most recognized act of the initial folk boom of the late 1950s causing a sensation throughout college campuses. Their brand of exuberantly sung folk songs mingled with a healthy dose of good natured “aw-shucks” humor offered pure entertainment and insured them a place on the charts and on concert stages. Their hits included “Tom Dooley,” “The M.T.A.,” “The Tijuana Jail,” “Where Have All The Flowers Gone,” ”A Worried Man,” plus many others.

I was introduced to the music of The Kingston Trio by my parents, with the group’s Greatest Hits album which was a staple of their record collection. They were also fans of The Brother’s Four and had a Columbia album called All Star Hootenanny that gave me my first taste at a very young age of Bob Dylan, Pete Seeger, The Clancy Brothers and Johnny Cash all in one place.

I’ve also had the honor and pleasure of compiling several Kingston Trio collections during my music career while working for Time Life Music and Reader’s Digest Music back in the 1990s. For Reader’s Digest, I compiled a 60-track, 3 CD set called The Kingston Trio: Their Greatest Hits & Finest Performances. At the time of its release, it was the most comprehensive Kingston Trio collection available on the market. It was also one of Reader’s Digest’s most popular single artist collections and was kept in print for many years. At Time Life, I compiled a 30-track, 2 CD collection of their greatest hits for a TV-sold package called The Very Best Of The Kingston Trio, and also created a second 30-track collection of deeper cuts for an upsell called Trio Treasures & Folk Favorites.

I also spent some time consulting for a great Chicago folk record label called Folk Era which is run by Allan Shaw, who is one of the world’s great authorities on The Kingston Trio and the music of the Folk Era. The label is also the home of the Rediscover Music Catalog which includes a well thought out selection of folk music you won’t find elsewhere. During my time working with Folk Era, I was introduced to original Trio member Bob Shane and John Stewart, who replaced Dave Guard in the trio in 1961 and remained a member through 1967. John Stewart was also best remembered for writing The Monkees’ hit “Daydream Believer” and his own classic 1971 album California Bloodlines.

Today’s Song Of the Day was originally from the group’s 1959 fourth album At Large. The group was at the absolute height of their popularity in 1959 placing four consecutive albums into the top ten of the Billboard album charts throughout the year.

“All My Sorrows” was also released as the B-side to the “M.T.A.” single. The songs is also known under the title “All My Trials” and is widely considered a lullaby because of its opening line “Hush little baby don’t you cry.” The song was actually a protest song of both hope and resignation for a time when “All my trials, soon be over.”

The song has been covered by numerous artists including Pete Seeger, Joan Baez, Bob Gibson, Dave Van Ronk, Harry Belafonte, Peter Paul & Mary, and many others. Over the years, it has also become closely associated with Lindsey Buckingham who recorded it for his album From The Cradle. Before performing the song in concert, Buckingham regularly pays homage to the influence The Kingston Trio has had on his career.

The At Large album was the first Trio studio album that the group really began to gel instrumentally with each other. The inclusion of David “Buck” Wheat on double bass and occasional guitar filled out their sound. Wheat also assisted with arrangements and remained part of the outfit through the end of 1961. The album won a 1960 Grammy Award for Best Ethnic or Traditional Folk Recording and it was also nominated in the “Best Vocal Group or Chorus” category. It was certified Gold for sales of 1,000,000 units in 1961.

Several other Kingston Classics also came from the At Large album including their #15 hit “M.T.A.,” which is one of their most beloved recordings and “Remember The Alamo,” which was considered and rejected for use in the John Wayne film, The Alamo. The Trio’s recording of “Scarlet Ribbons (For Her Hair)” was originally made popular by Harry Belafonte a few years before The Trio took it on and became a concert staple and another of the group’s most requested songs. The #12 single, “Tijuana Jail” b/w “Oh Cindy,” was also recorded during the sessions for the album, but ultimately left off.

Although touring members of The Trio still exist, the last version with original member Bob Shane stopped touring in 2004.

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